Joseph O. Eyatu – The WASHFRONT PRESS https://washfrontpress.com Leveraging Information For Development Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:49:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://washfrontpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-logo-1-32x32.png Joseph O. Eyatu – The WASHFRONT PRESS https://washfrontpress.com 32 32 Successful Inspection Reveals Progress in Water and Sanitation Efforts in Kotido District https://washfrontpress.com/successful-inspection-reveals-progress-in-water-and-sanitation-efforts-in-kotido-district/ https://washfrontpress.com/successful-inspection-reveals-progress-in-water-and-sanitation-efforts-in-kotido-district/#respond Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:49:13 +0000 https://washfrontpress.com/?p=1445 A recent visit led by Karamoja Water and Environment Regional officers, along with Commissioner Joseph O. Eyatu from the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Department, shed light on the strides made in water and sanitation projects in Kotido District. The excursion commenced with a cordial visit to Kotido District Headquarters, followed by an assessment of a UGiFT-funded water project in Nayan Village.

During the inspection, it was evident that the water system, overseen by Kotido DLG, aimed to provide safe water to an estimated 12,000 Households spread across five villages. This initiative marked a significant milestone in ensuring access to clean and safe water for communities in the area.

Relatedly; to enhance sanitation and hygiene practices, the District initiated five villages that previously lacked adequate latrine or handwashing facilities. Following an intensive four-month campaign, remarkable progress was observed, with latrine coverage and handwashing facilities increasing from 0% to 95%.

However, despite these achievements, it was noted that full coverage had not yet been attained. Consequently, five villages were not declared Open Defecation Free (ODF) until every household was accounted for.

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